Search Results: Arts - Instructional from Riverwood's Books

New York: AMPHOTO. Good in Good dust jacket. 1978. First Edition. Hardcover. 0817424415 . Internal pages clean & tight. Please note that one small corner photo has been clipped out. Pages are otherwise undamaged. Library binding with usual ex-lib type markings. Moderate edgewear & scuffing to cover. Top spine end is worn down, light soiling. "There is a world of difference between photographs that merely provide reproductions of the subject they depict, and those that present interesting, stimulating, and thought-provoking interpretations. " [860]; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

Dover Publications. Very Good+. 2001. First Edition. Softcover. 0486417395 . Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact, slight soiling outer edge of pages. Cover has light scuffing. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 128 pages; Following a history of Chinese calligraphy — going all the way back to the pictographic beginnings of Chinese writing more than 4,000 years ago — the author explains the basic construction of individual characters and the ways in which calligraphy is used by Chinese artists, including calligraphic seals and inscriptions on paintings. (405osl, 0211) .

Amherst Media, Inc.. Very Good. 1998. First Edition. Softcover. 0936262613 . Ex-library book, but still in very nice condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact. Cover has light scuffing and a little wear to laminate edges. B/w photos. (480os) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 128 pages .

Walter Foster Publications. Very Good+. Softcover. Undated, circa 1950s to 1960s. Oversize softcover, folio (approx. 14 x 10") - light wear overall, B/w & Color illustrations throughout - approx. 40 pages. This is one of the wonderful Walter Foster How-To Art Series. (250-osl) ; Folio 13" - 23" tall .

Little, Brown & Company. Good. 1993. First Edition. Softcover. 0821220144 . HARDCOVER edition. Ex-library book, but still in good, readable condition. Laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Interior is clean other than light soiling inside covers, all pages intact. Cover has some wear to laminate edges and spine tears to spine ends, moderate soiling/staining to outer edge of pages. Profusely illustrated in colour. "Revised and updated, this classic potter's volume explains everything from preparation through firing, with stops along the way for detailed coverage of working on the wheel; coiled, slab, and pinch pots; mold making; slip casting; and glazing and decorating...." (840) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

Howard W. Sams. Good+. 1980. Second Edition. Softcover. 067221783x . Tight, solid condition. Ex-library book with sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Light soiling, light edgewear. Pages tight and clean other than the occasional light spot. A completely workable approach to mastering the phases & techniques of airbrush art. B/w & colour illustrations. [517]; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

New York: Da Capo Press. Very Good in Good+ dust jacket. 1968. First Edition. Hardcover. B000MT92ZS . Ex-library book, still in quite good condition - usual ex-lib type of markings. Light edge and corner wear, light soiling to jacket and outer edge of pages, fading to spine, a little sticker residue and small peel to laminate on front. Pages are clean and intact. Colour frontispiece and b/w illustrations throughout. . Review: "..Litho by the man who created litho...Lithography was a major step forward in printing. It combined the versatility of intaglio prints with the production capablity of letterpress, and made printed reproduction accessible and affordable.....; 4to 11" - 13" tall; Back when copying meant hand-copying, it was quite remarkable (to use his example) to have fifty copies of a meeting's minutes an hour after the meeting. What amazes me is not just the fact of the copies, but the low cost that made it worthwhile to record even mundane meetings. The most… Read More

Random House. Near Fine. 1987. First Edition. Softcover. 0394748573 . Very nice condition - slight corner wear, a little scuffing of cover. Interior clean and all pages intact. Ther world's most fascinating pieces of art. Contains 4 tours of 25 objects each, a map for each tour, and 100 elegant b/w photos. (os) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall .

Future Crafts Today. Good+. 1976. First Edition. Softcover. Oblong (8 x 11"). Ex-library with laminated cover & usual markings. Light wear & creasing to cover, pages tight, occasional wrinkling. Colour illus. 48 pages. Covers history, tools, stained glass, colour & design, the cartoon, making the pattern, cutting stained glass, leading, soldering lead came, copper foil techqnique etc. (**lower shipping available to most locations) ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall .

Fox Chapel Publishing. Near Fine. 2003. Second Printing. Softcover. 1565232275 . Second edition, spiralbound softcover. Very nice condition. Pages clean and unmarked, minimal wear overall. Front cover has a protective clear sleeve which has some scuffing, however front cover underneath is pristine. Rear cover has some light soiling and date written on bottom corner. ; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; Carving Spoons, Revised Second Edition, is your introduction to the fascinating world of these hand-crafted objects of utility and sentiment. Classic in simplicity of form, spoons can be carved in an endless assortment of shapes ranging from primitive to contemporary. In many cultures, love spoon designs also carry specific meanings for courtship, marriage, and even how many children you desire! Spoons make fun simple projects that develop your carving creativity and self-expression. Shirley Adler will get you started making beautiful spoons to keep for yourself or give away. All you need… Read More

Back Stage Books. Very Good. 2001. Softcover. 0823077136 . Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact, a small amount of spotting/soiling to outer edge of pages. Laminate has light wear at corners. Highly illustrated and informative, with step-by-step guidelines, photographs and lots of useful lists, hints and tips - makes the art of makeup accessible to all, whether novice or expert. (505) ; Large 8vo 9" - 10" tall; 160 pages; (0211) .

Calgary, AB: Detselig. New. 2002. First Edition. Softcover. 1550592378 . New book, no markings. Minor shelfwear involving a couple light creases on front cover. B/w illus. Faced with new curricula which mandate the incoporation of various forms of media, many new and experienced English language arts teachers are at a loss as to how to do this in a field of study that has been largely print-based for most of its history.....This book brings together the views of a number of teachers, educators and scholars, all with an interest in exploring how digital media can be incorporated into the classroom in interesting, exciting and educationally meaningful ways..... (380-noto) ; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; 228 pages .

PA: Fox Chapel Publishing Company. Good. 2000. First Edition; Third Printing. Softcover. 1565231406 . Oversize softcover in good used condition, ex-library book with usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact. Some pages are lightly wrinkled from use and there are some small corner creases. Cover has some scuffing, moderate edgewear and numerous creases, light corner curling, one small tear across spine. Profusely illustrated in colour and b/w. 104 pages. ; Folio 13" - 23" tall; 104 pages; Celebrating the largest animals of Alaska’s wild frontier, this artistic guide contains both photographs and field sketches of these magnificent animals in their natural habitats throughout the year. Featuring natural history for each species, this book offers a rare look at such animals as the Alaska moose, the American bison, the black bear, and the musk ox. (700,713) .

Back Stage Books. Very Good+. 1990. First Edition. 0823075605 . Ex-library book, but still in great condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Pages are clean and intact. Cover has light wear to edges/corners. B/w & colour illustrations. 224 pages. "Shows you the means to create magical transformations, changing a character's size, shape, age or race. Whether you are an actor, makeup artist, film or TV director, still photographer or theater teacher, this book is a crucial guide to the craft...." [761]; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

Three Rivers. Fine. 1995. Softcover. 051788481X . Excellent condition, only light wear overall. Beautifully illustrated. Ingram: "Reveals creative techniques that can be applied to floral projects, and offers three sections--personal gifts, decorative home ideas, and special events--that can be referred to for any occasion. " [650]; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall .

New York: Ronald Press Company. Good in Good dust jacket. 1948. Hardcover. Ex-library book, shows moderate overall wear, light soiling, some creasing to jacket, usual library markings. C. 1948, could be later printing. Internal pages are good for the most part - there are a couple of taped edge tears, a few earmarks, occasional light soiling. Pages are tight. B/w & color illus. "...illus. With colored costume plate, pictorial maps, b/w maps of Scandinavian countries & line drawings of dance steps & floor patterns. Provides material for an overview of the folk dances of the Scandinavian countries. " ; 4to 11" - 13" tall .

Cambridge: MIT Press. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 1974. First Edition. Hardcover. 0262191083 . Ex-library book, but still in quite good condition - laminated cover and usual ex-lib type markings. Pages all intact and clean other than light soiling to outer edge of pages, light age tanning to interior. Jacket has moderate wear to edges, a few small tears and sticker residue on front. B/w & colour illustrations. Goes beyond Safdie's 'Beyond Habitat' in many ways, this book theorises 'the 3 dimensional community'; the requirements and possibilities of (minimal and luxurious) human habitation; the techniques of building in the factory; the attributes of well-planned urban meeting places. (1220) ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 339 pages; (Note: Due to heavy weight, extra postage will be required) .

Walter Foster Publications. Very Good. Softcover. 0929261240 . Undated, circa 1950s to 1960s. Folio (approx. 14 x 10"). Spine is reinforced with tape, light edge and corner wear, a few creases, occasional light soiling. B/w & two-tone illustrations throughout - approx. 40 pages. This is one of the wonderful Walter Foster How-To Art Series. They are oversized, easy to understand and follow. Very popular in the late 50's and early 60's. (300-osl) ; Folio 13" - 23" tall .

Amherst Media, Inc.. Very Good. 1997. First Edition. Softcover. 093626246X . Ex-library book, but still in very good condition - sturdy laminated cover and usual ex-lib type of markings. Cover has light edge and corner wear, scuffing and light soiling outer edge of pages. Double reinforced spine. Interior clean and pages intact. Color & b/w photos. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; " Light is the key element of photography, and understanding the principles of light's color, temperature, intensity, direction, and quality is extremely important in taking quality photos. This book shows how to control these principles to achieve high-quality artistic and commercial photographs of people. The numerous examples and illustrations demonstrate set-ups and results, and the exercises provide practice on the techniques described. " (600) .

PA: International Textbook Company. Very Good in Good dust jacket. 1966. Hardcover. Ex-library book with laminated cover & usual type markings. Internal pages clean & tight, moderate soiling/spotting outer edge of pages. Jacket under laminate has moderate rubbing & creasing , small tears to corners, 2" tear to rear jacket, scuffing to laminate. B/w & colour illustrations. Contents: The beginning of Lithography; American background, European scene, Artist and their work; The Studio; Equipment and materials; Some chemical reactions; Inks and related materials; Preparing the stone; crayon and tusche and others. ; 8vo; (*Note - due to heavy weight of book, there will be addt'l shipping charges) [1398] .